Thermador PH48 - Manual (Page 3)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by
the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer (800/735-4328).
2. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock service
panel. This will prevent power from being
switched on accidentally. When the service
panel cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag to
the service panel.
WARNING
FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY.
TO AVOID A FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR
EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR VAPOR.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE.
1. Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils
slowly on low or medium settings.
2. Always turn hood ON when cooking on high
heat or when flambéing foods.
3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on fan
or filter.
4. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface ele-
ment.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PER-
SONS, IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid,
cookie sheet, or other metal tray, then turn
off the gas burner or the electric element.
BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the
flames do not go out immediately, EVACU-
ATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN, you
may be burned.
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish
cloths or towels - a violent steam explosion
may result.
d) Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1) You know you have a class ABC extin-
guisher, and you already know how to
operate it.
2) The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.
3) The fire department is being called.
4) You can fight the fire with your back to
an exit.
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